Dispersed Camping in Benton County, Arkansas
Showing 39 locations in Benton County.
Back 40 Trailhead Parking - Kelsey Lane
Level gravel parking lot providing access to the Back 40 trail system along Kelsey Lane. This area offers basic, quiet parking without posted overnight restrictions.
Beaver Lake Hideaway
Beaver Lake Hideaway is a private resort situated along the shores of Beaver Lake. It offers a variety of camping options including RV hookups and primitive sites, alongside amenities such as showers, a swimming pool, laundry facilities, and boat docks.
Beaver Lake Hike-In Campsites
A collection of primitive hike-in campsites located on the wooded peninsula of Beaver Lake. These sites provide a scenic and quiet backcountry experience, accessible only by foot from nearby trailheads.
Bentonville Municipal Parking Lots
A selection of public downtown parking lots near the town square, suitable for self-contained, passenger-sized vans looking for a convenient single-night stay. Parking is generally tolerated in standard spaces close to local shops and trailheads, provided vehicles fit within a single stall and keep a low profile. Note that adjacent corporate headquarters properties are private and strictly patrolled.
Blowing Springs Campground
An active municipal campground offering convenient access to local mountain biking and hiking trails. It features a paved RV area with hookups and a grassy tent camping loop.
Climb Bentonville & Bentonville Brewery Parking
Paved parking lot located near the local climbing gym and brewery, offering a convenient stopover. Features close proximity to a park with pickleball courts and public restrooms.
Coler Mountain Bike Preserve Campground
A quiet, highly rated campground situated within a mountain bike preserve. Features dedicated van-specific spots and tent sites. On-site facilities include hot showers, restrooms, an e-bike charging station, a bike wash, and an external dishwashing station. Located within walking distance of a local coffee shop.
Epworth and Exminster Pullouts
Informal roadside pullouts and powerline clearings located near Pea Ridge. This area offers flat gravel spaces and utility clearings suitable for self-contained rigs looking for a quiet, basic overnight stop.
Flint Ridge Hideout
A private, gated campsite situated in the rolling hills of the Flint Ridge community. It features electrical hookups and shaded parking, with access to a bathroom, shower, and dump station located approximately one mile away near the river.
Forest Road 1218 Dispersed
A peaceful network of forest spur roads featuring flat, open clearings. The area is generally quiet at night with minimal daytime traffic along the nearby utility corridors.
Hickory Creek Park Campground
A developed lakeside campground situated along the shores of Beaver Lake, offering spacious campsites, boat launch access, and scenic hardwood forest views.
Horseshoe Bend Campground
A well-maintained Army Corps of Engineers campground located along the shores of Beaver Lake in the Ozark Mountains. Offers spacious campsites equipped with electricity, tent platforms, and access to hot showers.
Illinois River RV Park Campground
A pleasant private RV park and campground situated right along the Illinois River. It features standard RV sites as well as a scenic primitive camping area located directly by the water, offering a peaceful overnight option for travelers passing through.
Lookout Tower Road Dispersed Area (FR 849)
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Lookout Tower Road (Forest Road 849) within the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest. The gravel road offers multiple quiet turnouts, small clearings with established rock fire rings, and larger flat spots suitable for groups or self-contained rigs. The dense forest scenery provides ample shade, making for a peaceful and relaxing forest retreat.
Lookout Tower Road Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping pull-offs located along Lookout Tower Road within the cooperative Wildlife Management Area. The road is a well-maintained mix of gravel and dirt, suitable for most vehicles, though some low-hanging branches exist.
Lowe's Parking Lot
A commercial parking lot offering standard paved parking, suitable for an overnight stay in a self-contained rig. Park in the far corner of the lot.
Old Trout Farm
A quiet private farm setting west of Bentonville offering one dedicated RV spot with hookups and additional space for self-contained vans.
Ozark National Forest - Wedington Dispersed Area
This dispersed camping area lies on the edge of the Wedington Unit within the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest. It features a level gravel pull-off near Kincheloe Road, along with several native-surface forest spurs that wind deeper into the timber. The surrounding dense forest provides a peaceful atmosphere and moderate shade. While the location is quiet at night, occasional traffic noise from nearby Route 412 can be heard.
Pea Ridge Bike Camp
A private, primitive 10-acre campground in Pea Ridge designed with cyclists in mind, located roughly 15 minutes from Bentonville trails. The site features level spots, clean amenities including portable toilets, an outdoor shower, and a community fire pit with free firewood.
Planet Fitness - Bentonville
Paved commercial parking lot of a Planet Fitness. Highly convenient overnight stop for members in self-contained campervans.
Planet Fitness - Rogers
Standard commercial parking lot of a Planet Fitness, typically allowing overnight parking for members.
Prairie Creek Campground
A spacious developed campground managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, situated along the shores of Beaver Lake. It offers standard campsites with electric hookups, a swimming beach, a boat launch, a dump station, and modern restroom facilities. The terrain features rolling hills and some unlevel sites, but offers excellent access to water-based recreation and nearby hiking trails.
Rocky Branch Campground
Spacious developed campground located on the shores of Beaver Lake in the Ozark Mountains. Offers great recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and hiking, with a mix of sunny and shaded sites.
Site 1
A primitive hike-in campsite nestled in the woods on the western shore of the peninsula.
Site 2
This primitive walk-in campsite offers a secluded wooded setting near the southern trail section.
Site 3
A quiet hike-in campsite situated on the northern side of the peninsula close to the shoreline.
Site 4
This primitive campsite is situated along the northeastern shore, offering scenic views of the water.
Site 5
A secluded hike-in campsite tucked away in the dense forest on the eastern side of the peninsula.
The Bike Inn
A private, mountain-bike-focused motel in Bentonville offering dedicated van parking spots and cabins. Guests have access to a communal lounge, bathhouse, bike wash, and laundry facilities.
The OZ Camp
Private campground located close to downtown Bentonville and popular mountain biking trail systems like Hand Cut Hollow and Slaughter Pen. Offers dry camping and hookups on a private property with well water access. Reservations are required prior to arrival.
Walmart - Rogers
Large, well-lit commercial parking area adjacent to Walmart, commonly utilized by self-contained vehicles and commercial transport trucks.
Walmart - Siloam Springs
Standard commercial parking lot located off South Dogwood Street. Provides a level paved space close to services and retail options.
Walmart AMP Area Parking
An urban parking corridor near the Walmart AMP and surrounding commercial centers. Generally used for short-term stealth stays or parking during local events. Expect regular traffic and noise, especially on concert nights.
Walmart Centerton
A commercial parking lot offering convenient overnight parking. Standard Walmart overnight parking rules apply; please check in with store management upon arrival to confirm permission.
Walmart Pea Ridge
Standard parking lot option at the local Walmart Supercenter in Pea Ridge.
Walmart Supercenter - Pineville
A well-lit and quiet Walmart parking lot situated off Commercial Drive, convenient for single-night stays near the interstate.
Walmart Supercenter
Retail store parking lot offering a flat, paved space for a quick overnight stop. Standard retail policies apply; always inquire with the store manager before setting up for the night.
War Eagle Campground
War Eagle Campground is a scenic public facility situated along the shores of Beaver Lake in the Ozark Mountains. It offers well-developed campsites with convenient access to premier boating, hiking, and trout fishing along the White River corridor.
Wey Lane Dispersed Area
A secluded pull-off area located along a double-track dirt spur off Wey Lane, offering basic dispersed space near the local trail networks.